Qualifying For HUD Housing Section 8 Vouchers In Gaithersburg, MD

HUD Housing eligibility is determined by the Montgomery County Public Housing Authority.

Income may not exceed 50% of the median income from the table below. The Housing Authority must provide 75 percent of vouchers to those whose income does not exceed 30% of the median income listed below.

HUD Income Limits 2024 in Gaithersburg, MD.

HUD Designated Metro Area: Income Limits

2024	Median Family Income	2024 Yearly Income Limit	2024 Yearly Income Limit - Person(s) in Family
Income Limits		Category	1	2	3	4	5
Montgomery County, MD	$154,700	Very Low Income (50%)	$54,150	$61,900	$69,650	$77,350	$83,550
		Extremely Low Income (30%)	$32,500	$37,150	$41,800	$46,400	$50,150
		Low Income (80%)	$68,500	$78,250	$88,050	$97,800	$105,650

Gaithersburg Housing & Community Development

The Department of Housing & Community Development in Gaithersburg is dedicated to fostering comprehensive housing policies and implementing programs that ensure equitable, affordable housing options for both homeownership and rental opportunities. The City administers an array of housing programs, which include:

Inclusionary housing (Moderately Priced Dwelling Units [MPDUs] and Workforce Housing Units [WFHUs])
Assistance with closing costs and down payments for first-time homebuyers, provided as deferred loans

For further information, you may visit or contact:

31 South Summit Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM
Housing Services Website

Gaithersburg Community Services

In addition to housing programs, the Gaithersburg Community Services department offers programs aimed at providing rental and utility assistance to the residents of Gaithersburg. For more details on these programs, please contact:

Phone: 301-258-6395
Community Services Website

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HUD Housing Low Income Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties In Gaithersburg, MD

Listed below are the Section 42, LIHTC apartments in Gaithersburg, MD. LIHTC apartment rents are not based on the tenants income. Income credit set aside brackets are selected during the apartment credit applications are used to determine the apartment rents.

The rents are based upon the Area Medium Income (AMI) and tenant based utility allowances. At least 20% of these apartments (listed below), must provide these low rates for low-income tenants.

HUD housing LIHTC Eligibility Requirements

Income: Households must earn below a certain income level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 60% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for LIHTC housing.
Citizenship or residency status: Households must be U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents.
Need for housing assistance: Households must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that they must be unable to afford housing on their own.

In addition to the above requirements, some LIHTC properties may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for LIHTC housing, you can contact your local housing authority (listed above) or search for LIHTC properties (listed below).

LIHTC Maximum Rents

The maximum allowable rents are equal to 30% of the Area Medium Income (AMI), less the utility allowances.

HUD Fair Market Rents for Gaithersburg, MD Montgomery County

Apartment Size	HUD's Monthly Fair Market Rent For Area	LIHTC Maximum Rent
Studio Apartments	$1772	Estimated $531.60 - utility allowance
One Bedroom Apartments	$1803	Estimated $540.90 - utility allowance
Two Bedroom Apartments	$2045	Estimated $613.50 - utility allowance
Three Bedroom Apartments	$2544	Estimated $763.20 - utility allowance

Available LIHTC Properties In Gaithersburg, MD

Using the table above you can estimate what you would be paying by checking the LIHTC Maximum Rent section.

Contact these properties for openings and wait lists and price lists.

Corrigan Square

8515 Snouffer School Rd
Gaithersburg, MD - 20879
Total Apartment Units: 106

The Willows

407 W Diamond Ave
Gaithersburg, MD - 20877
Total Apartment Units: 195
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 195
Years In Service Since: 1999

The Fields Of Suburban Park

11 School Dr
Gaithersburg, MD - 20878
Total Apartment Units: 168
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 168
1 Bedroom apartments 28
2 Bedroom apartments 112
3 Bedroom apartments 28
Years In Service Since: 2001
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES
Accepts Homeless: YES

Stewartown Apartments

9310 Merust Ln
Gaithersburg, MD - 20879
Total Apartment Units: 94
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 94
Years In Service Since: 2001

Oaks At Olde Towne

7 Chestnut St
Gaithersburg, MD - 20877
Total Apartment Units: 72
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 72
Years In Service Since: 2002

Parklane Apartments

7900 Spiceberry Cir
Gaithersburg, MD - 20877
Total Apartment Units: 137
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 137
2 Bedroom apartments 60
3 Bedroom apartments 77
4 Bedroom apartments 12
Years In Service Since: 2002

Airpark Apartments

8511 Snouffer School Rd
Gaithersburg, MD - 20879
Total Apartment Units: 106
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 106
1 Bedroom apartments 18
2 Bedroom apartments 88
Years In Service Since: 2006
Family Apartments: YES

Forest Oak Towers Apartments

101 Odendhal Ave
Gaithersburg, MD - 20877
Total Apartment Units: 175
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 175
Years In Service Since: 2008
Family Apartments: YES
Senior Apartments: YES

The Crossing At Olde Towne

200 Olde Towne Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD - 20877
Total Apartment Units: 199
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 199
1 Bedroom apartments 69
2 Bedroom apartments 124
3 Bedroom apartments 6
Years In Service Since: 2017
Senior Apartments: YES
Disabled Apartments: YES

Hillside Senior Living

200 Skidmore Boulevard
Gaithersburg, MD - 20788
Total Apartment Units: 140
Total Apartment Low Income Apartments: 140
1 Bedroom apartments 82
2 Bedroom apartments 58
Years In Service Since: 2018
Senior Apartments: YES

HUD Housing Section 8 and Multifamily Properties in Gaithersburg, MD

The US Department of Housing and Urban Development provides active listings of Section 8 and Multifamily apartments. We have listed them below for you to contact. Check with them to see if they have current availabilities and/or waiting lists. With Section 8 properties, you will need a voucher. Contact the Montgomery County Public Housing Authorities, listed at the top of this page.

Eligibility for HUD Housing Section 8, you must meet the following requirements:

Income: Your income must be below a certain level, which is set by the HUD and varies by location. In general, households must earn below 50% of the area median income (AMI) to be eligible for Section 8 housing.
Citizenship or residency status: You must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
Need for housing assistance: You must have a demonstrated need for housing assistance. This means that you must be unable to afford housing on your own.

In addition to the above requirements, some Section 8 programs may have additional eligibility requirements, such as age restrictions or preferences for certain types of households (e.g., families with children, veterans, etc.).

To determine if you are eligible for Section 8 housing, you can contact your local Public Housing Authority (listed above). The Public Housing Authorities can provide you with information on the application process and help you determine if you are eligible for Section 8 assistance.

Tips To Get In To Section 8 Housing:

Local Rules: Each local housing authority has different rules around Section 8. Decide where you want to live and find the housing authorities in charge of those neighborhoods.
Applying for a Voucher: Contact your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to apply for a voucher. They can tell you if they’re currently accepting new applicants and provide application details.
Payment Standards: Section 8 doesn’t specify a fixed dollar amount for rent assistance. Instead, the PHA sets a payment standard based on local housing market rates.

Centennial Housing

18945 Quail Valley Boulevard
Gaithersburg, MD - 20879
Phone: 301-840-2000
Total Apartment Units: 10
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Waterside Homes

9210 Weathervane Place
Gaithersburg, MD - 20886
Phone: 301-493-0047
Total Apartment Units: 11
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Esperance Homes (family Services)

13 Shuttle Court
Gaithersburg, MD - 20878
Phone: 240 403 0890
Total Apartment Units: 12
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Montgomery Housing Inc

678 West Side Drive
Gaithersburg, MD - 20878
Phone: (301)840-2000
Total Apartment Units: 11
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Next Step Housing

9142,9168 Turtle Dove La
Gaithersburg, MD - 20877
Phone: 301-840-9621
Total Apartment Units: 12
Type of Listing: 202/811

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
Occupancy in Section 202 housing is open to any very low-income household comprised of at least one person who is at least 62 years old at the time of initial occupancy.
Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities
The Section 811 program allows persons with disabilities to live as independently as possible in the community by subsidizing rental housing

Montgomery Club Vi

204 Water St
Gaithersburg, MD - 20877
Phone: 301-921-1010
Total Apartment Units: 109
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure

Londonderry Towers

17060 King James Way
Gaithersburg, MD - 20877
Phone: 301-258-0553
Total Apartment Units: 150
Type of Listing: Subsidized, No HUD Financing

Camp Hill Square

17825 Washington Grove Lane
Gaithersburg, MD - 20877
Phone: 301-948-0272
Total Apartment Units: 51
Type of Listing: Subsidized - Previously Insure